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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Kentucky quarterback Will Levis throws a pass during the 2022 Vrbo Citrus Bowl between No. 15 Iowa and No. 22 Kentucky at Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Fla., on Saturday, Jan. 1, 2022. Levis threw one touchdown. The Wildcats defeated the Hawkeyes, 20-17.

Kentucky quarterback Will Levis to opt out of Music City Bowl against Iowa football

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor December 7, 2022

Kentucky quarterback Will Levis announced he will skip the upcoming Music City Bowl to prepare for the 2023 NFL Draft via Twitter Wednesday. "After much thought, I have decided to forego my final...

Iowa defensive back Terry Roberts tackles Iowa State wide receiver Xavier Hutchinson during a football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022. The Cyclones ended a six-game Cy-Hawk series losing streak and defeated the Hawkeyes, 10-7. Roberts had five solo tackles.

Iowa football defensive back Terry Roberts enters transfer portal

Austin Hanson, Pregame Editor December 6, 2022

Iowa football defensive back Terry Roberts has entered the transfer portal, per ESPN's Adam Rittenberg. The senior missed seven games in 2022 with an undisclosed injury. https://twitter.com/ESPNRittenberg/status/1600226513013858305 This...

Iowa linebacker Jestin Jacobs makes a tackle during a football game between Iowa and Kent State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Flashes with a score of 30-7.

Iowa football linebacker Jestin Jacobs enters transfer portal

Austin Hanson, Pregame Editor December 6, 2022

Hawkeye football linebacker Jestin Jacobs has entered the transfer portal. The junior missed 10 games in 2022 with an undisclosed injury. https://twitter.com/jestinjacobs__/status/1600249675038085122 Jacobs...

Sep 25, 2022; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Broncos safety P.J. Locke (6) knocks the ball away from San Francisco 49ers running back Jeff Wilson Jr. (22) as safety Kareem Jackson (22) recovers the fumble and linebacker Josey Jewell (47) looks on in the fourth quarter at Empower Field at Mile High.

Hawks in the NFL | Week 13

Grant Hall, Sports Reporter December 5, 2022

Seattle Seahawks tight end Noah Fant bounced back after a rough start to the season, hauling in four catches for 42 yards and a touchdown against the Los Angeles Rams. Fant was acquired as part...

Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras looks at Iowa offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium on Friday, Nov. 25, 2022. Petras was taken out for a suspected injury during the first quarter. The Huskers lead the Hawkeyes at halftime, 17-0.

Iowa football starting quarterback Spencer Petras out for Music City Bowl

Chloe Peterson, Sports Editor December 4, 2022

Iowa football starting quarterback Spencer Petras will not play in the Music City Bowl on Dec. 31, head coach Kirk Ferentz announced on Sunday afternoon. "Unfortunately, Spencer Petras will not...

Ohio State head coach Ryan Day leads the Buckeyes onto the field during a football game between Iowa and No. 2 Ohio State at Ohio Stadium in Columbus, Ohio, on Saturday, Oct. 22, 2022. The Buckeyes defeated the Hawkeyes, 54-10.

Tracking Iowa, Big Ten football teams’ bowl destinations

Chloe Peterson, Sports Editor December 4, 2022

Bowl season is here, and eight Big Ten teams have been assigned games. Iowa, which finished the season 7-5, is headed to Nashville to take on Kentucky in the Music City Bowl. The Hawkeyes and the...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz moves to discuss with officials during a football game between Iowa and No. 4 Michigan at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022. The Wolverines defeated the Hawkeyes, 27-14.

Iowa football to take on Kentucky in the Music City Bowl

Austin Hanson, Pregame Editor December 4, 2022

For the second time in the last three seasons, Iowa football has accepted a Music City Bowl bid. Iowa was supposed to play Missouri at Nissan Stadium in Nashville in December 2020, but the game was...

Iowa running back Gavin Williams runs with the ball during a football game between Iowa and Nevada at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022. Williams rushed for 57 yards on 16 carries. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wolf Pack, 10-7.

Running back Gavin Williams becomes fifth Iowa football player to enter transfer portal

Chloe Peterson, Sports Editor December 2, 2022

Iowa football's offensive roster continues to thin, as running back Gavin Williams has become the fifth Hawkeye to announce his intentions to enter the transfer portal. "Hawkeye Nation, I want to...

Iowa wide receiver Arland Bruce avoids a Northwestern defender during a football game between Northwestern and Iowa at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022. Iowa defeated Northwestern, 33-13.

Iowa football wide receiver Arland Bruce to enter transfer portal

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor December 2, 2022

For the second time in as many days, an Iowa wide receiver has announced his intention to enter the transfer portal. After sophomore wideout Keagan Johnson announced yesterday that he would be entering...

Michigan quarterback Cade McNamara carries the ball during the Big Ten Championship game between No. 13 Iowa and No. 2 Michigan at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana, on Saturday, Dec. 4, 2021.

Opinion | Cade McNamara will need an adequate supporting cast to fix Iowa football’s offense

Austin Hanson, Pregame Editor December 2, 2022

Iowa football head coach Kirk Ferentz and his coaching staff took a bold first step in the renovation of their offense Thursday evening, adding former Michigan quarterback Cade McNamara to their 2023...

Michigan quarterback Cade McNamara throws a pass during the Big Ten Championship game between No. 13 Iowa and No. 2 Michigan at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana, on Saturday, Dec. 4, 2021. McNamara threw for 16 completions on 24 attempts. The Wolverines became Big Ten Champions after defeating the Hawkeyes, 42-3.

Former Michigan quarterback Cade McNamara to transfer into Iowa football program

Austin Hanson, Pregame Editor December 1, 2022

Iowa football has added a new quarterback to its 2023 roster. Former Michigan QB Cade McNamara is transferring to Iowa with two years of collegiate eligibility remaining. He made his decision public...

Iowa wide receiver Keagan Johnson warms up before a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium on Friday, Nov. 25, 2022. Johnson was out for a majority of the season due to injury.

Iowa football wide receiver Keagan Johnson to enter transfer portal

Chloe Peterson, Sports Editor December 1, 2022

Iowa football wide receiver Keagan Johnson announced on Twitter Thursday that he will enter the transfer portal. Johnson, who played for the Hawkeyes in the 2021 and 2022 seasons, will have three...